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Social Progress in Mental Health
The American mental healthcare system is the subject of considerable controversy. Edmund Higgins at Scientific Americanseems convinced that many of the current treatments for mental health disorders are insufficient, especially, when considering the lack of scientific advances in prescription medications.
Claire PetersPublished 5 years ago in Psyche"The 30th Year Blues"
It's been a while since I have posted a blog, and in part, a situation had occurred which had made it extremely hard to not only post something, but to actually write creatively. It was not going to happen. But here we are, and I have mustered the strength to write something and put everything in to words. Why not answer the question of, "Why?"
Jay WilliamsPublished 5 years ago in PsycheNightmare
I’m trapped. I’m lost. I can't escape the demons in my mind. I haven’t really felt like myself lately. I look in the mirror and I don’t recognize the person I see. Someone help. For years I contemplated and plotted my suicide, but something always held me back and made me indecisive about what was the correct thing to do. I was afraid to disappoint the people who truly loved me. I knew I had to do it one day and no one was ever on the other side saying, “Don’t do it.”
Jocelyn PoncePublished 5 years ago in PsycheAnxiety, Panic Disorders, and Agoraphobia
Today, I read a post wherein a prominent blogger talked about how grateful she is for her anxiety and how anxiety is a good thing and how if you feel any other way about it, your perspective is wrong and you’re not being “positive enough” about your experience and how your experience will change if you just learn to “like your anxiety.”
Stripes JoplinPublished 5 years ago in PsycheNo Reason to Be Depressed
I have ALWAYS struggled with my mental health. Even as a young teenager. Postpartum and circumstance pushed me to the edge, and was in the process of shoving me off. Three years ago someone extended a hand and pulled me back from the edge and into the best hug of my life. From that day forward, everything was extraordinary. Now I don't mean fancy cars or parties in big houses or anything along those lines. I mean he listened to me, he laughed with me, he made me feel safe, and he was everything I didn't have and everything I needed.
Aleea WhitmirePublished 5 years ago in PsycheMaking Sense of the Opioid Crisis
Sadly, we've all heard about the opioid crisis far too often on the news, but what does it actually mean? There are several elements of the issue that are worth digging into a little further.
Ashley L. PetersonPublished 5 years ago in PsycheWhy Mental Health Treatment Is Important
Although our society as a whole is much more educated about mental health in general, there is still somewhat of a stigma around mental health that hasn’t quite been shaken all the way off. The result? Some people still don’t give mental health the time, energy, or attention that is required to keep their emotional health at peak condition. For those who are suffering from a mental health disorder, that may mean that they are not seeking out treatment for major mental health conditions, and many think that treatment isn’t necessary or important. However, that could not be further from the truth. In this article, we will explore the reasons why mental health treatment is important and why you should seek help immediately if you are dealing with a disorder.
Marshall StevensonPublished 5 years ago in PsycheWho Needs a Therapist When (Pt. 7)
Me. I need a therapist. Thank you internet for being one. All tips will go to someday affording a real professional. This is a follow up from last week's post about how some of my dissociative states are less toxic than others.
Haybitch AbersnatchyPublished 5 years ago in PsycheAnxiety: We Can't Just Get Over It
"Just get over it," they say. It's harder than you think. Imagine having a little devil on your shoulder constantly. A little someone that has the exact same voice as you. It's telling you that if you talk to someone, they will hurt you, that they are laughing at you. The little voice that tells you you're ugly when you look at yourself in the mirror, even though the words that actually came out of your mouth were "wow, I look pretty good today." You can't just get over that.
Uniquely DessPublished 5 years ago in PsycheJust a Pill
"Just be happy." I'm sure you've heard that when you tell someone you're feeling down. And I'm sure you've thought in your head, "Oh, right. Ha, if only I thought of that."
RachelMorganPublished 5 years ago in PsycheDear Diary (Pt. 1)
Dear Diary, I don't think I have done this since I was the same age as the sixth and seventh-grade students I now teach. I'm all grown up now, I'm 24. I've graduated college, got my bachelor's degree, and I have my own apartment. I've lived here since July and my life seems to go up and down.
Awakening
I was the girl with a good heart. I was the girl that stood by those I loved no matter what. I was the girl who had her heart broken one too many times by exes and friends. I was the girl who got walked all over, made excuses for those who done it and continued to let them do so for far too long. I was the girl everyone ran back to when they realised they needed help or lost everyone else and I was the only shadowing reminder left of their life and authentic self.
LEANNE RANKINPublished 5 years ago in Psyche